The Greenfield Police Department is committed to working with the population it serves by maximizing accessibility, transparency, inclusiveness and believes the CPA will increase police awareness, dispel suspicions and misconceptions, and increase police and community rapport.

The Greenfield Police Department is committed to working with the population it serves by maximizing accessibility, transparency, inclusiveness and believes the CPA will increase police awareness, dispel suspicions and misconceptions, and increase police and community rapport.

Anyone who is over 18 years old, and a resident of Greenfield or the nearby area may participate. Applicants are carefully screened, must be free of any felony convictions, convictions of certain misdemeanor crimes, sign confidentiality and waiver agreements and successfully complete a background check.

Participants must commit to 11 of the 12 classes. In order to get the full benefit of the experience, it is important to be present for all phases. Those attending less than 11 sessions will receive recognition as a participant rather than Graduate.